There are times when we cannot help but open the fridge or cupboard late at night because we are craving to eat something. This usually happens when we are watching something on TV, playing on the Xbox, reading a book, or when we are just relaxing on the couch. People who work at home are more susceptible to this, mainly if they work late at night.
If this were happening five or ten years ago, we would fill our fridge and cupboards with chocolates, cakes, chips, and other stuff overflowing with calories and whatever else is unhealthy. However, these days, we see a lot of protein and health bars, health drinks, and other similar stuff. So, we now have better options for midnight snacking.
Sadly, though, many people are quite hesitant to try out these products because they think that anything that’s healthy does not taste good; and organic alternatives are usually more expensive. What they should know is the fact that these healthy treats can (and do!) taste just as good as their traditional or “unhealthy” counterparts. Moreover, these healthy options are available practically everywhere – even in 24-hour convenience stores.
Who Needs Midnight Snacks?
Practically everyone needs midnight snacks. More specifically, though, people who work late at night, those who work at home, and those who consider themselves night owls are the ones who need late night snacks. These are the people who are still active even when it is close to midnight.
Likewise, people who go out at night – to bars, to the movie house, to evening school, and even to the gym – also indulge in some midnight snacks. In some cases, people who are under medication might need to eat snacks late at night (ex. people suffering from ulcer or hyperacidity).
Lastly, people who are a bit bored, as well as those who do not eat enough during the day, also tend to take midnight snacks
Positive Health Wellness, excerpt posted on SouthFloridaReporter.com, Oct. 22, 2017
